After you download and install the Outlook Hotmail Connector, go back to Programs and Features (in Windows 7 or Windows Vista) or Add or Remove Programs (in Windows XP) in the Control Panel. Locate Microsoft Outlook Hotmail Connector and check the version number. It should display 14.0.5139.5001 under the version column.

You should now be able to sync with your Hotmail mailbox by using the Outlook Hotmail Connector.